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PHEV System Design and Component Fundamentals

 

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CONTENT TYPE

VR, ILV, Interactive Modules

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DURATION

3.5 Hours

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TARGET AUDIENCE

Technician

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COURSE DELIVERY

VR or Web-based

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Credits : 0.4

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About the Course:

This PHEV System Design and Component Fundamentals microcredential trains technicians to understand the architecture, design principles, and core components of Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs) to support effective maintenance, diagnostics, and system-level troubleshooting. 

Learners will practice real-world component identification and system analysis including evaluating battery packs, electric motors, internal combustion engine integration, charging systems, power electronics, drivetrain configurations, and energy management systems. The course emphasizes system understanding, safety compliance, and component interaction to ensure efficient vehicle operation and service readiness.

Learning Objectives:

  • Identify the major components used in Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs)
  • Understand the design architecture of combined electric and internal combustion powertrains
  • Analyze high-voltage battery systems and charging infrastructure components
  • Examine electric motor assemblies and power electronics used in PHEV systems
  • Understand the integration of internal combustion engines within hybrid vehicle systems
  • Evaluate drivetrain layouts and energy flow between electrical and mechanical systems
  • Follow safety procedures when working with high-voltage and hybrid vehicle components
  • Document system configurations and component functions for maintenance and diagnostics

 

Course delivered via LMS and requires an Oculus VR headset for hands-on VR simulations.

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Workforce Development

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At ImmerseLearn, we equip hybrid vehicle technicians with the knowledge required to understand the design and operational structure of Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles. This microcredential strengthens technical understanding of hybrid architecture, component interaction, and system diagnostics through immersive VR-based learning. 

How this course strengthens workforce skills:

PHEV System Architecture Understanding −
Learn how Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles combine internal combustion engines with electric propulsion systems. Technicians develop the ability to understand vehicle architecture and how integrated systems work together to maximize efficiency and performance.
Battery and Charging System Components +
Practice identifying high-voltage battery packs, onboard chargers, charging ports, battery management systems, and energy storage components. Learners gain experience understanding charging functionality and battery system design used in PHEVs.
Electric Motor and Power Electronics +
Understand the function of electric motors, inverters, converters, controllers, and regenerative braking systems that manage electrical power within hybrid vehicles. Technicians learn how these components support propulsion and energy efficiency.
Engine and Drivetrain Integration +
Develop the ability to understand how internal combustion engines integrate with electric drive systems, transmission systems, and hybrid drivetrains. Learn how power is transferred efficiently between both propulsion sources.
System Diagnostics and Safety Procedures +
Apply proper safety protocols when working with high-voltage systems while learning component-level diagnostics and system inspection procedures. Understand how safe handling practices improve service reliability and technician safety.

By completing this microcredential, technicians will gain the confidence and practical knowledge needed to understand the design and components of Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles, identify key system elements, and support maintenance, diagnostics, and efficient operation of advanced hybrid vehicle technologies.